Gangetic Ailia and Similar Species
Ailia coila
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Open the appSeveral fish can be confused with Gangetic Ailia. Here are the key differences.
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Kryptopterus vitreolus (formerly Kryptopterus bicirrhis)
Key differences: While also translucent and lacking a dorsal fin, Kryptopterus vitreolus is native to Southeast Asia, has only two barbels (one pair), and a more elongated, less compressed body shape. Ailia coila has four pairs of barbels and a more compressed body.
Other Ailia species
Ailia punctata
Key differences: Ailia punctata is a closely related species that can be distinguished by its smaller size, more numerous and distinct dark spots on the body, and generally a more restricted distribution.
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